Centella Asiatica (CICA), commonly known as Gotu Kola or Indian Pennywort, is a perennial herb native to wetlands in Asia, Africa, and Australia. Its extract has been used for centuries in traditional medicine (e.g., Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine) for wound healing, skin repair, and anti-inflammatory purposes. In modern skincare, it is celebrated for its soothing, regenerative, and antioxidant properties.